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Youth Against Gang Activity (YAGA)
, initiated by teens who energetically take their
anti-drug, anti-gang, pro-positive lifestyle message to
peers and younger students at neighborhood schools. YAGA
has spread to nine schools and several housing projects
and has made a noticeable impact on the Eastside
community. The teen-led movement influences young people
to stay in school, out of gangs, and off drugs and
alcohol. It has earned the respect of teachers, parents,
business operators and the funding community.
Achievements include:
• performing community service
• learning valuable life skills and building positive
character traits
• mentoring elementary and middle school kids
• offering alternative activities to teens
• presenting educational programs on substance abuse and
gang prevention
• mobilizing teens to make a difference in their
schools and communities
This year, YAGA will involve 3,000 youth and family
members in its efforts. Approximately 1,000 youth
actually participate in on-going services. The other
2,000 are family members and youth that received
presentations. Past Awards: Mayor’s Award for Youth and
Service and SAISD Champion of Education.
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Want to join YAGA? |
| YAGA
in the Middle Schools |
YAGA
in the High Schools |
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SAISD |
SAISD |
| S.J.
Davis |
Brackenridge |
| M.L.
King |
Fox
Tech |
| E.A.
Poe |
Highlands |
| Phyllis
Wheatly |
Sam
Houston |
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South
San ISD |
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South
San High School |
TDSHS funded
program: "The Texas Department of State Health Services
provided funds for the activity described in this
publication/product. This does not imply the
Department’s endorsement or concurrence with statements
or conclusions contained therein." Other funding comes
from United Way and Private foundations and
corporations.
For more information call (210) 299-2400 and ask for
Luis Perez. |
